Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Zanesville

Affordability in Zanesville, OH

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Zanesville is $821, with a median household income of $43,280 annually. With 56% of residents renting, access to income-based and HUD-assisted housing can make a meaningful difference for many households in the city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Zanesville Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 378 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Of the 10 HUD-assisted properties in Zanesville mapped for flood risk, none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Zanesville

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Zanesville scores 37 out of 100 (Car-Dependent), with a Bike Score of 31 out of 100. No Transit Score is available. Most errands and trips will require a personal vehicle.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 18 schools across 8 districts serve Zanesville, including 8 elementary, 3 middle, 6 high schools, and 1 other. Ratings and quality vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Renting in Zanesville, OH

The median household income in Zanesville is $43,280 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The citywide median rent is $821 per month, also according to Census ACS 5-Year data.

Affordable housing programs in Zanesville -- including HUD-assisted and income-based properties -- set rents based on a percentage of your household income, which can mean significantly lower monthly costs than the local market rate.

• Median household income: $43,280/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $821/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 56% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment & Flood Risk

All 10 HUD-assisted properties in Zanesville have been mapped for flood zone exposure. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood-related disruptions or insurance requirements.